Aquafresh Milk Teeth Toothpaste 0-2 Years 50ml

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Alongside products you can use at home, your dentist can also provide fluoride treatments if you or your child are at greater risk of or already have tooth decay.

If you choose to give your child sweet foods or fruit juice, only give them at mealtimes. Remember to dilute 1 part juice to 10 parts water. Your child should have no more than 1 drink of fruit juice (150ml) in any 1 day as part of their 5 A Day. When a baby cuts their first tooth, it’s one of the first milestones in their life. Not only do they have a cute toothy grin to show off, but it’s also time to start brushing their teeth. Starting now will help teeth to grow healthy and strong, and ensure that your child develops good habits that will last a lifetime.Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that has become a vital part of our oral care routines here in the UK. It is added to toothpastes, mouthwashes, and even drinking water 1 to help protect our dental health every day, without us having to add any extra steps into our daily lives.

Children exposed to fluoride when their teeth are developing, e.g. through using a kids’ fluoride toothpaste, are found to have shallower grooves in their teeth, which helps with easier plaque removal. 2 Plaque can form a hard substance called tartar if it’s not removed with twice-daily brushing, and tartar build-up can eventually cause tooth decay by eating into tooth enamel.

Why choose Aquafresh: Baby teeth are more vulnerable than the adult ones, so they need extra care. Aquafresh Milk Teeth kids toothpaste is specially designed by dental experts to provide gentle care for baby teeth to help adult teeth come through healthy and strong. It's particularly important not to let your child have acidic or sweet drinks before bedtime, as the body's natural defence processes don't work as well when they are asleep. Only give your child water to drink before going to bed. To help prevent tooth decay, a fluoride varnish can be applied by a dentist to both milk teeth and adult teeth. The varnish contains a high level of fluoride and should be applied twice a year. It may be applied 3 times a year for those who already have tooth decay or are at greater risk of developing it. 1

Toothpastes you can get from supermarkets and pharmacies in the UK contain age-appropriate amounts of fluoride. Aim to brush your child’s teeth for two minutes twice a day, including at night before bed. Sit your baby on your lap with their head resting against your chest. It may help to sit in front of a mirror so both you and your baby can see what you’re doing.

How do I clean my baby’s teeth?

Millions of people in England receive fluoridated water. This means fluoride has been added to bring it up to around 1mg of fluoride per litre of water, which is a level found to reduce tooth decay levels. The NHS advises that parents use a smear of fluoride toothpaste for babies and toddlers up to the age of three. Baby toothpaste should have a minimum of 1,000ppm (parts per million) of fluoride, while a family toothpaste should have between 1,350ppm and 1,5000ppm. Take your child to the dentist when their first milk teeth appear. This is so they become familiar with the environment and get to know the dentist. The dentist can advise you on how to prevent decay and identify any oral health problems at an early stage. Just opening up the child's mouth for the dentist to take a look at is useful practice for the future. Put a smear of toothpaste on a baby toothbrush and start doing circular motions over the teeth and gums. Babies don’t need to spit or rinse their mouth out as baby toothpastes are safe to swallow in small amounts - you can teach them this skill when they are older.

Cold objects to chew on can help soothe teething pain, and are a great distraction too. Try giving them a chilled clean washcloth or teething ring. Making sure it’s not frozen hard, as this could hurt when biting down.Children’s toothpaste can be quite different to adult toothpaste, often containing less fluoride to minimise any risk of swallowing. Child-friendly flavours are used to encourage brushing and special foaming action helps to surround each tooth. This all helps keep their teeth and gums healthy as your child’s mouth develops. The benefits of fluoride are proven by longitudinal studies: research into water fluoridation for over 60 years has shown to reduce tooth decay by 40-60%. 2 How Fluoride Helps Prevent Tooth Decay What is Aquafresh Little Teeth: It is a specially designed toothpaste for kids from the age of 3 -5 years. It provides gentle care on kids' teeth while protecting against cavities and strengthening enamel at the same time. Don't use mouthwash at the same time as brushing. Use it at an alternative time, because it washes away the fluoride in the toothpaste If you do decide to use an adult toothpaste for your baby, make sure to avoid any teeth whitening products as this can damage the enamel on children’s teeth. Another ingredient to look out for - especially if your child is sensitive to strong flavours or has sensory issues - is sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), which is added to toothpastes as a foaming agent. What else should I look for in baby toothpaste? Flavour